These 15 CrossFit Games Photographs have each been chosen for the way that they capture the character, heart and pure athleticism of each athlete. These athletes put themselves through a test of fitness that is superhuman, and they emerge on the other side broken, better, stronger and more experienced. Which one is your favourite?
From the completely unstoppable performances of Mat Fraser to the iron willpower of athletes such as Sam Briggs and Patrick Vellner, there were many unforgettable moments and stories that punctuated and wove their way through the 5 days of Individual competition. The Crossfit Games photographs were a huge collection of such moments and narratives, and these shots reveal just what it takes to compete and succeed at this level.
Sam Briggs looking hard. Because she is.
Pride and Glory: Ex-Navy Seal Josh Bridges wins Hero WOD Murph
The best thing to do post Murph in the Californian sun
Annie Thorisdottir takes first place in Ranch Mini Chipper
Max effort, pure intensity
Lucas Parker. The Man. The Athlete. The Beard.
The awesome battle between Toomey and Davidsdottir
Emily Abbott grinds through the grunt work
Ring Handstand Push Ups. Dave Castro decides to bring a new exercise into the Games
Suicide sprints pushed the athletes to their limits
Jonne Koski wins the Ocean Swim Event
Katrin once agains shows how strong her mental game has become
The proved to be an exercise in mental toughness
Mat Fraser takes the win in style
